June 1, 2018

Allegedly, the origins of Doughnut Day came about during WW I, when an insightful military doctor gave doughnuts to each patient he worked on in order to raise their spirits. It is said that he gave away approximately 8 dozen donuts. One of the soldiers, inspired by the doctor’s bedside manner and generosity, decided to start a fundraiser so that the doctor could continue to provide the doughnuts.

This fundraiser began working together with the Salvation Army who determined that many needs of the soldiers could be met by creating social center huts that would provide all sorts of amenities, including clothing, kindness and the doughnuts. The organization eventually sent 250 volunteers overseas to help put these huts together.

“After discovering that serving baked goods would be difficult considering the conditions of the huts and the limited rations, two volunteers – Ensign Margaret Sheldon and Adjutant Helen Purviance – began frying donuts in soldiers’ helmets. These tasty treats boosted morale and won the hearts of many soldiers. Nicknamed ‘Donut Lassies,’ the women who served donuts to troops are often credited with popularizing the donut in the United States when the troops (nicknamed ‘doughboys’) returned home from war,” according to The Salvation Army.

Eventually, in 1938, National Donut Day was officially designated as a tribute to The Salvation Army “Doughnut Lassies” and their efforts during WWI. It is celebrated every year on the first Friday in June.

Now as far as the spelling goes… Doughnut vs. donut? The answer, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is both are correct. How can that be? Well, apparently mid-century marketing word has a lot to do with it.

“We’ve been encountering the variant donut in published, edited text since the mid-20th century. It was certainly helped along by famous doughnut purveyors – both Dunkin’ and Mister* – but in truth they and all who’ve accepted the variant were following in a tradition of phonetic-based spelling reform also embraced by the likes of Benjamin Franklin and Noah Webster,” according to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary Words at Play blog. “Our inclusion of donut is based solely on evidence of the variant in a variety of published, edited texts. It is at this point a fully accepted spelling, though rumor has it the Associated Press still prefers doughnut.”

*Dunkin’ Donuts and Mister Donut, were two doughnut chains founded by brothers-in-law in the mid-1950s. The first Dunkin’ Donuts was opened in 1950. In 1955, Franchising began and the 100th location opened in 1963 and the 1,000th shop in 1979. Mister Donut opened in Boston in 1955, it expanded to nearly 1,000 locations in the United States until the American arm of the business was acquired by the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts, in 1990.

]]>http://effiemagazine.com/culture/a-tribute-to-the-lassies-with-helmets-doughnut-day-2018/feed/09766Food May Be The Music: Masters of Taste 2018http://effiemagazine.com/see-be-scene/food-may-be-the-music-masters-of-taste-2018/
http://effiemagazine.com/see-be-scene/food-may-be-the-music-masters-of-taste-2018/#respondThu, 17 May 2018 22:36:44 +0000http://effiemagazine.com/?p=9730REASON The 3rd Annual Masters of Taste returned to the Pasadena Rose Bowl gathering many of L.A.’s top taste makers together to raise funds for the philanthropic efforts of Union Station Homeless Services, on May 6th.

RECAP The festivities kicked off with a VIP Hour for die hard foodies to sample all of the wonderful offerings ahead of the crowds. At the end zones of the field, Chefs Christina Xenos and Michael Hung each presented their own cooking classes for VIPs, while at the other end in a private pop-up kitchen lounge Wolfgang Puck hosted a VIP Experience featuring a four-course menu with wine parings.

All the deliciousness unfolded to the sounds of Hey Mister DJ, who has set the mood with music for all the three years of the event. And thanks to all who attended, sponsored and/or participated Masters of Taste was able to exceed their 2018 goal by raising over $500,000 to directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services. For more information, visit unionstationhs.org.

]]>http://effiemagazine.com/see-be-scene/food-may-be-the-music-masters-of-taste-2018/feed/09730Tastemakers Set to Celebrate @ 3rd Annual Masters of Tastehttp://effiemagazine.com/newswire/tastemakers-set-to-celebrate-3rd-annual-masters-of-taste/
http://effiemagazine.com/newswire/tastemakers-set-to-celebrate-3rd-annual-masters-of-taste/#respondThu, 26 Apr 2018 22:05:07 +0000http://effiemagazine.com/?p=9671L.A.’s Top Tastemakers and foodies set to celebrate the finer things on field of the iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl at the 3rd Annual Masters of Taste, L.A.’s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival, on Sunday, May 6th.

Masters of Taste 2018 will bring over 2,500 food and beverage enthusiasts together from all over Greater Los Angeles for one afternoon to celebrate this exhilarating festival, which will include the finest fare from over 40 Culinary Masters and restaurants, delectable sweets prepared by L.A.’s top Sweet Masters, top Beverage Masters who will be featuring signature handcrafted cocktail tastings from 25 spirit brands and bars, a premier 50 yard-line cocktail bar featuring top Mixologists from four of L.A.’s most distinguished drinking destinations, select wineries, local craft breweries, cold-pressed juices cold brew coffee, live entertainment and much, much more…

Some of this year’s participating Culinary Masters and Restaurants include:

Bars & Spirits: Some of L.A.’s top bartenders and cocktail bars will be creating first-rate craft cocktails, including Ann-Marie Verdi of The Bellwether,Cameron Masden of 1886, Dan Garvin of Magnolia House, Devon Espinosa of Sunset & Vinyl, Feisser Stone of CHAYA Izakaya and world-class Barman Payman Bahmani. Top brands showcasing their finest spirits will also include American Born Moonshine, Buzzbox, Dulce Vida Tequila,SelvaRey Rum, Smirnoff Spiked Sparking Seltzer, Woodford Reserve and ZYR Russian Vodka and many more.

Non-Alcoholic Beverages: A variety of premium non-alcoholic Beverage Masters will also be on hand for those who wish to hydrate, caffeinate or regenerate, such as Bai, Boxed Water, Califia Farms Juices and Cold Brew Coffees, Dry Sparkling, Groundwork Coffee, Honeydrop Beverages, Humm Kombucha, Immordl energy elixirs, cold-pressed juices from Nekter Juice Bar and Zico Coconut Water and more.

Ticket Information: Masters of Taste 2018 will take place on Sunday, May 6th, 2018. A VIP Power Hour will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and General Admission will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Tickets to this event are only available for guests 21+ and over. For more information on Masters of Taste 2018 visit, http://effiemagazine.com/event/masters-of-taste-2018/ or to book your tickets directly, visit www.MastersofTasteLA.com/Tickets.

Sponsors: Masters of Taste 2018 is made possible through the generous support of our Sponsors, which include HomeStreet Bank, Judith L Chiara Foundation, Western Asset Management, Woodford Reserve, Kaiser Permanente, US Bank, Capitol Group, Universal Studios Hollywood, Kauffman Wealth Management, Westport Construction, Bank of America, MUFG Union Bank, HKG LLP, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP, Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Pasadena Tournament of Roses and California Linens — 100% of the proceeds from Masters of Taste 2018 will directly benefit Union Station Homeless Services, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to helping homeless men, women and children rebuild their lives. Union Station is part of a premier group of human services agencies in Los Angeles County that are leading the way to end homelessness in our community. The nonprofit agency offers an array of services including street outreach, meals, shelter, housing, case management and career development. In the last two years Masters of Taste has raised nearly $1 Million in support of Union Station’s life-saving programs.

]]>http://effiemagazine.com/newswire/tastemakers-set-to-celebrate-3rd-annual-masters-of-taste/feed/09671Shepard Fairey & OBEY Clothing Partner with Children Incorporatedhttp://effiemagazine.com/newswire/shepard-fairey-obey-clothing-partner-with-children-incorporated/
http://effiemagazine.com/newswire/shepard-fairey-obey-clothing-partner-with-children-incorporated/#respondThu, 19 Apr 2018 22:26:43 +0000http://effiemagazine.com/?p=9620For the latest OBEY Awareness Collection, OBEY Clothing partnered with Children Incorporated, a non-profit that aids children both around the globe and at home in the United States. The tee-shirts for this collaboration feature a graphic by Shepard Fairey, based on photos taken by Shelley Callahan, the Director of Development for Children Incorporated. The collection is now available online at OBEYCLOTHING.COM and worldwide at select retailers. OBEY will donate 100% of net profits from sales of the Children Incorporated tees to the cause at hand.

OBEY Awareness was founded in 2007 as a way to educate and fund raise for causes and organizations that Shepard Fairey and OBEY support and are passionate about. Throughout each year OBEY Clothing features dedicated collections to raise funds for these causes. This unique program is always evolving, advocating for a myriad of different causes with a sense of hope and a willingness to help as the central constant. All net profits generated from the sale of OBEY Awareness product are donated to the cause at hand. Children Incorporated envisions a world in which all children have access to education, hope, and opportunity. We share the belief that our future generations are our most valuable resource and want to see all children be given the support and resources to thrive.

Since 1964, Children Incorporated has helped offer sustainable solutions for children in need. By providing basic needs like food, clothing, and healthcare, as well as affirmation, encouragement, and social support, they empower children to thrive. To date, Children Incorporated has reached over 250,000 children across 23 countries with over 300 programs and outreach projects, making a real difference towards breaking the cycle of poverty.

Shepard Fairey was born in Charleston, South Carolina. He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, Rhode Island. In 1989 he created the “Andre the Giant has a Posse” sticker that transformed into the OBEY GIANT art campaign, with imagery that has changed the way people see art and the urban landscape. After 29 years, his work has evolved into an acclaimed body of art, which includes the 2008 “Hope” portrait of Barack Obama, found at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. The artist collaborated with Amplifier in 2017 to create the We The People series recognizable during the Women’s Marches and other rallies around the world in defense of national and global social justice issues.

Children Incorporated is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization that provides assistance to children in twenty-three countries around the world, including the U.S. For more than fifty years, their organization has helped offer sustainable solutions for children to receive food, clothing, and healthcare. They envision a world in which all children have access to education, hope, and opportunity. By meeting basic needs and providing affirmation and encouragement, they empower children to grow and ultimately break the cycle of poverty. To date, Children Incorporated has reached over 250,000 in 300 projects around the globe.

OBEY Clothing was formed in 2001 as an extension of Shepard’s range of work. Aligned with his populist views, clothing became another canvas to spread his art and message to the people. The clothing is heavily inspired by classic military design, work wear basics, as well as the elements and cultural movements Shepard has based his art career on. Through designers Mike Ternosky and Erin Wignall, Shepard works to create designs that represent his influences, ideals and philosophy.

STS Blue x Stylecon
Pre-Coachella

Festival Season Kick-Off

Hotel Indigo LA

The festival-style fashion event featured various timely temptations, including a chance to win VIP Coachella tickets, denim fashions and embroidery by STS Blue, Swag Bags by StyleCon with Ten Sixty Sherman merchandise and more…

The 2018 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival runs for two weekends beginning on Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 22. For more information, visit www.coachella.com.

Contributed by Nicholas Andreas.

]]>http://effiemagazine.com/culture/malibus-vip-coachella-kick-off-by-sts-blue-x-stylecon/feed/09627Celebrating Life & Looking for Luck: St. Patrick’s Day 2018 Food & Drink Guidehttp://effiemagazine.com/newswire/celebrating-life-looking-for-luck-st-patricks-day-2018-food-drink-guide/
http://effiemagazine.com/newswire/celebrating-life-looking-for-luck-st-patricks-day-2018-food-drink-guide/#respondSat, 10 Mar 2018 19:12:34 +0000http://effiemagazine.com/?p=9595Don’t be afraid to bet on yourself and think outside the pot of gold!
Celebrate Luck of the Irish this St. Patrick’s Day with Irish Whiskey,
Green Beer, Emerald Isle Dishes and oh so much more…

Casita Del Campo

Never mind searching for the lucky four-leaf clover! Instead, sip on The Lucky Patron and other specialty cocktails to celebrate the holiday at Casita Del Campo. Comprised of Patron Silver, sour apple pucker, agave, fresh lime, all garnished with a small clover leaf, The Lucky Patron is the perfect way to start your Saturday. Enjoy other specialty cocktails crafted for this lucky holiday like the Mean, Green & Lean prepared with vodka, lime juice, melon liqueur, and club soda, or the Straight Shooter with a baby Guinness, Baileys, and coffee liqueur. One sip of one of these cocktails will have you feeling lucky as can be this St. Patrick’s Day, especially when paired with a Brunch Menu that cannot be beat. A little Mexican twist to this holiday with options like the Huevos with Chorizo prepared with two scrambled eggs mixed with chorizo and spices, rice, and refried beans, or the Chilaquiles with tortilla corn chips sautéed with salsa, melted jack cheese, and two fried eggs sunny-side up. With specialty cocktails and a Brunch like this, there is no better way to celebrate the Emerald Isle than at Casita Del Campo!

Casita Del Campo will be open for Brunch on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm; 1920 Hyperion Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.662.4255;www.CasitaDelCampo.com

The FLATS

Forget hunting for that pot of gold, and instead, sit back and sip on one of The FLATS luckiest cocktails yet, the Red Beard. Created by Head Bartender Shaun Summers, this tasty drink pays homage to the red beards that rule the land of Ireland. Made with Bushmills Red Bush Whiskey, ginger, lemon, Angostura and a touch of honey, this boisterous cocktail will have you drinking like the Irish. As you continue to celebrate, a St. Patrick’s Day would not be the same without a refreshing Green Lager to wash down those delicious Appetizers and Artisanal Flatbread Pizzas! Enjoy Starters like the Crispy Hen of the Woods Mushrooms with tempura and garlic water to dip, or the Brussels Sprouts with brown butter, garlic, and lemon. Don’t forget to save room for Executive Chef Paul Shoemaker’s famous Flatbread Pizzas including the Porcini Mushroom with gruyère cheese, béchamel, rosemary, and olive oil, the Fennel Sausage with organize tomato sauce, roasted onions, smoked mozzarella, and angel spice, and the Artichoke & Feta topped with sundried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, basil and olive oil. With a drink in one hand, and a slice of scrumptious Artisanal Flatbread Pizza in the other, there is no luckier spot to be this St. Patrick’s Day than at The FLATS!

The FLATS will be open on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17th, 2018 from 11:00 am to 12:00 Midnight; Happy Hour is from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Late Night Happy Hour is 11:00 pm to 12:00 Midnight; 8400 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90211; 310.909.7549; www.TheFLATSRestaurant.com

The Raymond 1886

Feeling lucky? Find the luck you are looking for and more at The Raymond 1886 this St. Patrick’s Day! The cozy craftsman cottage in beautiful Pasadena has everything you need to ring in the Irish holiday, beginning with a specialty cocktail from Head Barman Peter Lloyd Jones and the 1886 Team. Start the celebrations off right with a shot of $10 Jameson Irish Whiskey as you decide which cocktail to enjoy next. Then sip on The 1917 Tipperary crafted with Irish Whiskey, green chartreuse, Carpano Antica, and orange bitters, or The Irishman, offered as a beer and cocktail special for $18 with Irish Whiskey, lime juice and syrup, and a splash of Lager with the rest of the beer served in an ice cold glass for your enjoyment. As for a little Gaelic-like grub, enjoy Happy Hour bites like the Mac-n-Cheese baked with Irish Cheddar and gruyère, or the Hand Cut Onion Rings with house-made aged Worcestershire. Be sure to save room for Dinner with a choice of heartier Entrées like the Roasted Duck with caramelized sweet potato, smoked onion, roasted plum, and duck jus, or the Marinated Young Lamb with pepperoni roasted Brussels sprouts, and horseradish-pecorino mashed potato. Eat, drink and be merry (just like the Irish) at The Raymond 1886 this St. Patrick’s Day!

The Raymond 1886 will be open for the St. Patrick’s Day,Saturday, March 17th, 2018, for Brunch from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm and for Dinner from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm; 1886 will be open from 4:00 pm to 2:00 am; 1250 South Fair Oaks Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105; 626.441.3136; www.TheRaymond.com

Twohey’s Tavern

Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with food and drink specials all day long at Pasadena’s newly opened Twohey’s Tavern! Start with Brunch and satisfy your weekend cravings with the Buttermilk Pancakes, Brioche French Toast with maple caramel, toasted almonds, and orange zest, and the Pork Collar & Eggs with grilled pork collar, 3 sunny-side up eggs, rye or sourdough, country potatoes, and buckwheat honey. Lounge the afternoon away as you enjoy Brunch and sip on Bottomless Mimosas for $15. Executive Chef Travis Limoge will also create the perfect Corned Beef & Cabbage for this special occasion, served with fingerling potatoes, Napa cabbage, heirloom carrots, rye bread, and whole grain mustard. Please your palate and enjoy these dishes with any of the Twohey’s Tavern St. Patrick’s Day drink specials including the Irish Coffee, Irish Car Bombs, and of course Guinness Pints on draft. EnjoyHappy Hour Specials including the $15 Burger + Beer Special with caramelized onions, Ellie Shaft 2yr. blue cheese, bread and butter pickles, and garlic aioli, and the Deviled Eggs with deviled yolk, Ellie Shaft 2yr. blue cheese, Fresno Red Hot, and orange zest. Erin Go Bragh at Twohey’s Tavern!

Twohey’s Tavern will be open St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, Marth 17th for Brunch from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm and for Dinner from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm; 2835 East Foothill Boulevard, Pasadena, CA 91107; 626.449.2337; www.TwoheysTavern.com

]]>http://effiemagazine.com/newswire/celebrating-life-looking-for-luck-st-patricks-day-2018-food-drink-guide/feed/09595AbilityFirst Kicks Off Stroll & Roll At California Endowmenthttp://effiemagazine.com/see-be-scene/abilityfirst-kicks-off-stroll-roll-at-california-endowment/
http://effiemagazine.com/see-be-scene/abilityfirst-kicks-off-stroll-roll-at-california-endowment/#respondFri, 02 Mar 2018 20:51:53 +0000http://effiemagazine.com/?p=9573Ability First held a luncheon to kick off the 2018 Stroll & Roll at the California Endowment, on February 23rd. The annual event brings program participants and their families along with many passionate members of the community together for a day of fun, exercise and hope. Last year nearly 2,000 people participated in the event raising more than $920,000, this year the goal is to raise over $1,000,000.

The DTLA luncheon festivities were emceed by actress Jane Kaczmarek, a long-time supporter of AbilityFirst, who shared the history of the organization, which had its roots in the Lawry’s family. She presented awards to top fundraisers and presenting sponsors like Southern California Edison, Skechers, Chargers Los Angeles, Bolton & Company and CBB Bank. Kaczmarek also shared a personal and bittersweet story of her cousin who was born with Down Syndrome at a time when there was very little understanding or advocacy for children with special needs, but eventually, she said, he was taken in by a foster family who had a special needs child of their own and was able to give him a loving home and life.

Actress Lauren Potter, widely known for playing cheerleader “Becky” on Glee, is the Honorary Chair of AbilityFirst for her advocacy and fundraising efforts as well as using her prominence to bring visibility to those with developmental disabilities. “At the end of last year, I filled my love of acting to AbilityFirst when I had the lead role in AbilityFirst’s short film title “HEADSHOT,” Potter said. The film took the bronze prize at the Big Heart Small Film Festival in Pasadena. “I had a blast, not only to participate in this film, the best thing about the film is that it’s not about what you can’t do, it’s about what you can do. And I can’t wait for this year’s Stroll & Roll! Go Team Lauren!”

Luncheon attendees had the pleasure of hearing from members of the families whose lives have been positively impacted by the organization through the many educational, socialization, occupational and family support programs offered at the various centers.

“Since 2013, I have entrusted the two most important people in my life to AbilityFirst. I am the mom of 18-year-old twin boys who have autism and are non-verbal, Justin and Noah. While in the special program they have come a long way, they’ve experienced their first boy-girl dance, they’ve taken the subway for the first time and they’ve gone on field trips. All of this without me that was a very big step for all three of us, ” said Angie Barajas, employee of Suburu of Glendale, a major Stroll and Roll sponsor. “There is a proverb that all parents know ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ but this is true ten fold for a special needs parent.”

“We Are Not Free, Until We Are All Free!”

Women were more than just seen, they were heard throughout the world on January 20th during 2018 Women’s March. Their voices and those of leaders from many minority and equality groups rang from the steps of the Sand Diego County Administration Building. A sea of supporters, children, husbands, parents and friends clustered on the grounds while holding up signs and cheered the various speeches against a backdrop of yachts, ocean liners, palm trees and the Pacific Ocean. For information on the organization and other events, visit www.womensmarch.com.

Located in DTLA, Redbird is Fraser’s flagship where he showcases his signature sensibility of refined yet approachable modern American cuisine, influenced by the city’s multitude of cultures. Carved into one of the city’s most historic architectural gems, inside the former rectory building of Vibiana (the cathedral-turned-event-venue), Redbird is singular, timeless and “blissfully grown-up.”

Outside of the restaurants, Fraser has logged some hours on the small screen, most notably on Bravo TV’s ‘Top Chef Masters,’ Fox’s ‘Hell’s Kitchen,’ and Food Network’s‘Iron Chef America,’ on which he won his battle against chef Cat Cora. He also won his battles on Esquire TV’s ‘Knife Fight,’ and Food Network’s ‘Beat Bobby Flay.’ Over the years, both Fraser and wife Amy Knoll Fraser have been active members in the community, donating time and talents to a variety of charities. Six years ago, they co-founded Beefsteak, an annual event benefitting the Los Angeles Food Bank with Simpson’s Executive Producer Matt Selman, comedian Eric Wareheim and comedy producer Cort Cass.

“C-CAP is a great organization where I get to see direct results and I have been fortunate enough to have some great students come through our kitchen,” says Fraser. “We try to give back as much to the community as we can at Redbird | Vibiana. This dinner is a perfect fit for us and for C-CAP.”

Led by Chef Marcus Samuelsson as board co-chair, Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP) transforms the lives of underserved high school students around the country by helping them pursue their culinary dreams. C-CAP, founded by culinary educator Richard Grausman, prepares talented teens for college and careers in the restaurant and hospitality industry through its enrichment program including job training, paid internships, scholarships, and college and career advising.

The evening will feature a cocktail reception of hors d’oeuvres, champagne, wine, beer and a specialty cocktail created by Top L.A. Mixologist Devon Espinosa* (Sunset & Vinyl, Gusto, The Venue, The Church Key, Ink, *C-CAP Alumnus).

“I was your classic troubled youth with a lack of focus and zero goals. It wasn’t until I discovered C-CAP that I realized my passion for cooking had potential to become a lucrative career. C-CAP gifted me a path and ignited the fire within me to work towards a better future for myself,” says Espinosa. “For me, giving back to C-CAP helps to guarantee that the next generation is given the same incredible opportunities I received.”

The Assasination Of Gianni
VERSACE
An American Crime Story

The invite-only special pre-screening, held at NeueHouse Hollywood, on January 11, 2018, was attended by several influencers from local LGBT and fashion circles. The festivities were gorgeous and somber as expected, from lighted display walls featuring Penelope Cruz as Donatella Versace, Édgar Ramírez as Gianni Versace and Ricky Martin as Antonio D’Amico and floral selfie stations to the flowing Moët & Chandon and signature cocktail La Dolce Passione. However, one of the great delights of the evening occurred even before the screening of the first episode began, guests’ attentions were stolen by a gentleman playing the piano for several moments before a lady in a black gown appeared and beautifully performed an aria, which turned out to be from the episode.

The first episode is harsh in content and in perspective, like a harsh mirror: not only do the present advances in technology make the 90s seem like the dark ages, but the current advances in LGBT rights make the 90s seem barbaric. And, as much as everyone loved it at the time, fashion was kind to no one in the 90s. Just look out for an ensemble on Darren Criss (serial killer Andrew Cunanan) featuring something like 90 shades of yellow. The series and the fascination related to the events that occurred will only propel the recent 90s nostalgia; so bring on the chokers, Monica and Rachel haircuts, and high-waisted pants, but be grateful that society has at least made some progress to be able to look back with 20/20 hindsight.

The Assassination of Gianni Versace is the second offering from the FX true crime anthology television series American Crime Story. The nine-episode movie like series focuses on the backstory of serial killer Andrew Cunanan, based on the investigative book by Maureen Orth, Vulgar Favors: Andrew Cunanan, Gianni Versace, and the Largest Failed Manhunt in U. S. History. The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story premieres on Wednesday, January 17, 2018.

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